Ghanaian-American comedian Michael Blackson and his fiancée Rada Darling have proudly welcomed their first child together, a baby boy named “Lil Mikey.” The comedian shared a heartwarming video of the hospital delivery on Instagram, capturing the emotional moment when he first met his son. In the video, Blackson is heard expressing his admiration, laughing when he notices that Lil Mikey shares the same birthmark as him.
In a lighthearted tone, Blackson made jokes about his son’s lighter skin tone while praising Darling, who was on the delivery bed, for her strength during the childbirth process. He joyfully declared, “Happiest day of my life and no DNA needed lol,” emphasizing the cherished moment.
This newborn adds to Blackson’s family as he becomes a father of four, joining his older son Michael Jr., 26, and 17-year-old twins Niko and Noah from previous relationships. For Rada Darling, a realtor and television personality known for her appearance alongside Blackson on VH1’s Couples Retreat, Lil Mikey marks her first child. The couple got engaged in July 2021 during a live proposal on The Breakfast Club radio show.
The couple first shared their pregnancy news publicly in February, with Darling humorously clarifying that her growing belly was “not a food baby.” By May, they celebrated with a beautiful baby shower surrounded by friends and family, with Darling conveying her deep gratitude for the support they received.
Known as “The African King of Comedy,” Blackson has garnered appreciation for his candid and humorous perspective on life and culture. While currently on tour, he has showcased a more tender side as he embraces the joys of fatherhood. In another video from the hospital, he playfully posed the question to his newborn about his future aspirations, whether to pursue comedy or sports, while jokingly dismissing a career in American football. The excitement and support from fans and fellow celebrities on social media reflects the love that surrounds Blackson as he embarks on this new chapter of parenthood. With his signature humor and warmth, many memorable moments are anticipated as they navigate family life together.